Corinna and Cef, we bought our villa off plan in October 2009, and still do not have our full Tapu. We have the land Tapu but not the habitation part, which Sule is busy working on for us. All being well, we hope to conclude this on going saga within the next month or so. I'm setting out the whole tortuous process in my blog, which is called 'Buying the Dream' and is under 'Members' Blogs'. I'll be uploading the next one on Thursday, with an episode every Thursday after until the bitter or hopefully, happy end. It's been quite an experience . . .
I'd be very interested to hear the outcome of all your efforts. Very best of luck. With your tenacity and guts, things will surely swing your way.